However, former Indian cricketer Deep Dasgupta believes a lot will depend on the form of KL Rahul. “If KL Rahul is batting the way he was a year ago then I don't see any reason why Virat should open. Then Rohit and KL can open and Virat can come at three... I won't say Virat and Rohit 'will' open at this point in time, I will say that option is still open,” he added. If he gets a chance in the upcoming England Tests and manages to perform well, he’d definitely be one of the T20 World Cup selection frontrunners.

Source: Hindustan Times July 04, 2021 11:48 UTC